“Double Tiger and Bamboo Happiness” by Chi-Jen Liu
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LIONS AND TIGERS
According to feng shui principles, dynamic tiger and lion images can bring fortune and dispel negative energy. The tiger is associated with individuals aiming to become top leaders, and the lion is related to honorable and wise leadership.
The tiger roars and all the creatures are startled! He represents prestige, auspiciousness, and glory. Tigers symbolize career achievement and fame, and displaying "Tiger Glory" in office spaces promotes ambition.
"Lion of Leadership" by Chi-Jen Liu · Details
An old saying goes, "The lion is the king of the beasts." When someone is compared to a lion, it means he or she is very powerful and considered a trusted and mighty leader. Lions are associated with royalty and is often featured in palaces in the form of sculptures and royal crests. "Lion of Leadership" attracts energies of self-empowerment and future successes.
“King of the Mountain” by Chi-Jen Liu · Details
The movement of this tiger is particularly dynamic – he steps forward, yet his eyes look back. Nothing escapes the vision of this tiger. He is master of his domain. His tail curves up as if to say, “Come – follow me to the highest places.” The tiger stands upon a mountain peak and observes the vast horizon for he has reached the top; he has become "King of the Mountain." The pine tree and mountains represent long life and growth. The fishing boats and river symbolize wealth.
“Lions of Prosperity” by Chi-Jen Liu · Details
Although lions are mostly associated with power and authority, they also represent faithfulness and truth. The word "lionheart" means someone who is brave, loyal, and fearless – someone who protects the weak and fights for righteousness. In “Lions of Prosperity," Chi-Jen Liu portrays a family of lions to bring out these admirable qualities. The father lion calmly surveys his surroundings from the vantage point of a nest-shaped cave. The mother lion and two cubs curl up by his side giving the illusion that they are direct extensions of his body. They are one entity – what happens to one member affects the whole family.
“Tiger Force” by Chi-Jen Liu · Details
In “Tiger Force,” Chi-Jen Liu captures the magnetic presence of a tiger roaming among ancient pine trees in the high mountains. Tigers are spiritual guardians in Chinese culture, and tiger talismans are used to ward off disease and drive away evildoers. They are regarded as protectors and bringers of fortune. The tiger is considered a “yang” symbol which is associated with the sun, strength, and progressive action. In feng shui, the image of a brawny tiger can imbue the home with protective energy as well as increase drive and determination at a workplace.
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